What happened to ‘no more Souters’?

In 1990, George H.W. Bush, listening to then-White House Chief of Staff John H. Sununu, nominated David Souter to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Facts to consider about the Lampasas school bond

It is recommended that anyone voting in the upcoming election for the LISD Bond Issue reads this short article from the Texas Scorecard, an online Texas-focused news service.

Hey Tucker: Islam, Christianity have a long, bitter history

Tucker Carlson, the one-time cable news darling of the Right, lost his mind around the time he was fired by Fox News on April 24, 2023. He has evinced this in countless ways -- including his now-infamous fight with a demon, which he seems to have lost.

How to reverse societal decline

Retail stores locking up items is the symptom of a much larger problem. I recently went to Walmart and had ibuprofen on my shopping list. I went to the medicine section and -- groan -- saw this $5 item locked behind glass.

Those who don’t learn from history will repeat its mistakes

There has been much criticism in the media of President Trump for his actions against Iran. These commentators have short or selective memories.Going back to the 1930s, one should remember the statement by Neville Chamberlain touting “peace in our time” after meeting Hitler’s demands.

My advice to young women

Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-California), who was -- until a few days ago -- running for governor of California, has had to end his campaign amid a swirling morass of sexual scandal.According to CNN, it was an “open secret” in Washington, D.C.

Bond offers opportunity to invest in the future of our students

Lampasas voters have the opportunity to support this school bond. All the propositions will help Lampasas students for many years. This has been needed for a long time, and it is time for us to invest in the future of our children and this community.

Traveler appreciates recent assistance with auto repair

I would like to take the opportunity to thank The Shop Auto Services for their professionalism and willingness to literally drive the extra miles to help me while stranded in Lampasas recently.

Artemis II mission offers inspiring unity for a deeply divided nation

National confidence, unfortunately, is in short supply these days. In this season of springtime renewal, Americans would do well to look up -- literally. Artemis II, NASA’s first meaningful manned space mission in over a half-century, has taken the nation by storm this month.

New middle school is a priority; Proposition A deserves approval

After months of deliberation by school board trustees, district administrators, facilities experts and community members, a bond election for Lampasas ISD will take place May 2. Early voting starts next Monday.